Fire Dispatcher — 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Harrison (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Harrison, ID is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Evening, weekend, and overnight shifts may be required to cover major incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with emergency dispatch or radio operations preferred.
• Able to type accurately and enter data quickly.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazards.
• Verify incident locations and risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch units using approved assignments.
• Monitor radio channels and incident status.
• Record dispatch times and unit movements.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Radio operation

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio equipment

Dispatch software

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Harrison, ID is seeking Fire Dispatchers to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and other emergencies. You will receive incident information, alert appropriate resources, and maintain radio communication with responding crews.

This role requires organized information handling, clear radio communication, and adherence to established response plans. Evening, weekend, and overnight shifts may be required to cover major incidents.